Method and system for the distribution and dosing in wine tasting

Abstract

A method for distributing and marketing wine includes bottling the wine in containers (20) holding the amount for standard glasses for the type of wine in question. The containers (20) are distributed to distribution logistics centers (1). A remote site (website) on a central server (2), is provided to which the logistics centers (1) are connected A user (3) sends a service request (purchase order) with the name of the wine and the number of containers to the central server (2) through the website and a transporter (4) sends the containers ordered to the user (3). A serving device (5) is provided that, when the wine is to be consumed, automatically opens a container (20) of the wine to be consumed which, when placed in the serving device (5), is then poured into a glass (6).

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]The present invention relates to a method and system for wine distribution and dosing in wine tasting, having a particular application in the marketing and service of amounts of wine closer to a volume of one or a few glasses of wine, with the purpose of providing the possibility of tasting and consumption without having to open a conventional bottle of 0.325 or 0.75 litres without consuming it completely, or preliminarily trying the wine before deciding on a full bottle of the wine in question.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]In the field of oenology it is often an unmet need to have small amounts of wine to taste before deciding to buy a particular bottle in a restaurant, for direct consumption, in specialized wine shops etc.[0003]There are some attempts to address this issue, including patent applications US20100017305 and US20070233567.[0004]Patent application US20100017305 discloses a method for the distribution and marketing of wine compri...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention provides a new method for dosing and distributing in wine tasting. This method is more efficient and effective than previous methods. Additionally, the invention also includes a system for implementing this new method. This system helps to ensure the proper distribution and dosage of wines during tastings. Overall, the invention improves the process of wine tasting and enhances the quality of the experience.

Problems solved by technology

Notwithstanding the above systems, there remains a need in the art to pack specific doses for direct service of the wine served in glasses, both for domestic use and restaurants, where it is customary to enjoy good wine, but not to finish the entire contents of the bottle, thus on many occasions wasting the surplus amount.

The systems known so far have certain disadvantages from the viewpoint of logistics and operation, especially the container opening systems which are impractical.

For example, in the case of quality wines, it would be possible in former systems to fraudulently fill the containers with lower quality wines.

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